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Experience: The Foundation of Trust, Safety and Excellence

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Experience isn’t just knowledge — it’s the foundation of trust, safety and excellence.

It’s what drives everything we do at RVA Group:

  • From the meticulous planning of high-hazard decommissioning projects
  • To the execution of global demolition programmes with safety, sustainability and cost-efficiency at the forefront

Decades of hands-on expertise. Real challenges solved. Insights shared across teams. No shortcuts. This is how RVA consistently transforms complex, high-risk assets into safer, greener futures — time and again.

Experience matters most when the risks are highest, and expectations are uncompromising.

Discover more about RVA’s expertise and connect with us

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Launching RVA’s Decommissioning & Demolition Training: Built on 33 Years of Expertise

RVA’s Engineering Consultancy Director takes a break with the client’s decommissioning project management team at SWEC Desalination Plant, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

When it comes to retiring industrial assets, there’s no second chance to get it right. Every decision can impact safety, cost, compliance and reputation.

That’s why RVA Group is proud to introduce its specialist Decommissioning & Demolition Training Programme — designed specifically for operators and asset owners who want to approach decommissioning with confidence.

This initiative draws on 33 years of hands-on experience, during which RVA has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects in hazardous environments, including the dismantling of large-scale and complex production assets. Our experience spans sectors such as petrochemical, pharmaceutical, power generation, nuclear and industrial manufacturing — each with its own safety-critical challenges.

Why this training matters

Decommissioning and demolition are highly engineered activities that demand rigorous planning, effective risk management, regulatory compliance, cost and schedule optimisation, and clear stakeholder engagement.

RVA’s training programme transfers real-world lessons learned into practical, actionable knowledge. Whether preparing for a single asset retirement or a full site clearance, the training equips teams with the tools needed to make informed decisions and avoid costly missteps.

What you’ll gain

  • Guidance on building the right decommissioning project team
  • Support in preparing assets for safe and efficient decommissioning
  • Insight into hazard identification and mitigation
  • Strategies for contractor selection and robust project governance

The training packages are tailored for asset owners planning lifecycle transitions, operators responsible for plant safety and compliance, and project managers overseeing dismantling and demolition activities.

At RVA, knowledge sharing is fundamental to raising industry standards. This training is not only about technical competence, but about embedding a culture of safety, sustainability and collaboration.

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RVA Group kicks off the new year with continental drift!

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We’re delighted to announce that RVA Group has been appointed to support a major decommissioning project in Australia.

This landmark appointment marks a significant milestone for RVA Group, confirming that we now deliver specialist decommissioning engineering expertise across all six inhabited continents — Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, and now Oceania.

From high-hazard oil & gas assets and petrochemical plants to power generation and industrial facilities, our team continues to support asset owners worldwide with safe, environmentally responsible and commercially optimised solutions. This global capability is underpinned by more than 1,000 successful projects delivered over the past three decades.

As we move through 2026, RVA is actively looking to grow and deepen its presence in every territory. With global energy transition and industrial change accelerating, our expertise in decommissioning strategy, planning, decontamination, dismantling and demolition has never been more relevant.

If your organisation is facing end-of-life asset challenges anywhere in the world — or wants to explore how early decommissioning planning can add value across an asset’s lifecycle — we’d love to connect.

You can read the full announcement and join the conversation on the RVA Group LinkedIn page

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Planning for the End: Why Accurate ARO Estimates Protect Your Business

Asset Retirement Obligation planning and decommissioning strategy by RVA Group

Did you know that retiring an industrial asset can cost tens — and in some cases hundreds — of millions of pounds? Miscalculating these figures can expose organisations to legal risk, financial strain and reputational damage.

Accurate Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) estimates are essential because they:

  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Reduce financial and operational risk
  • Support safe, cost-effective decommissioning strategies
  • Remove costly surprises at a later date

Increasingly, even new-build developments now require Decommissioning Bonds to be put in place, making accurate ARO planning more critical than ever.

At RVA Group, we’ve spent 33 years refining this process. With more than 1,000 successful projects delivered across oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical plants, power stations and now green energy assets, our ARO estimates are benchmarked against real-world data — providing independent assessments and confidence in every figure.

As the energy transition accelerates, the importance of robust asset retirement planning will only continue to grow. RVA remains committed to delivering clarity, confidence and compliance at every stage of the asset lifecycle.

Are your AROs up to date? Start with confidence by speaking to RVA about accurate, benchmarked estimates.

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Driving Standards Forward in Demolition and Decommissioning

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We’re proud to share that Steve Andrew, Business Development and Technical Director at RVA Group, has been voted in for a second term on the Council of Management of the Institute of Demolition Engineers.

This re-election reflects not only Steve’s personal dedication, but also RVA Group’s ongoing commitment to helping shape the future of the demolition and decommissioning industry. As the sector continues to evolve, there is increasing emphasis on safety, sustainability and innovation — values that underpin everything we do at RVA.

As part of the Council of Management, Steve will continue to:

  • Champion best-practice compliance and support knowledge-sharing across the sector
  • Drive initiatives that make demolition and decommissioning safer, smarter and more sustainable

We’d like to thank everyone who supported Steve. His continued involvement helps raise standards across the profession and supports the delivery of projects that meet the highest EHS expectations.

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Celebrating 33 Years of Excellence at RVA

RVA Group celebrating 33 years of excellence in decommissioning engineering

Today marks 33 incredible years of RVA Group driving innovation, delivering quality and building strong partnerships across the industry.

From humble beginnings at the kitchen table to where RVA stands today, this journey has been powered by an exceptional team, loyal clients and industry-leading solutions. When RVA first opened its doors on 18th November 1992, the internet was still in its infancy — and smartphones firmly belonged in the realm of science fiction.

Over more than three decades, RVA has continued to evolve, helping shape the safe, responsible removal of industrial assets while embracing new challenges and opportunities along the way.

A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of the RVA story, past and present. Here’s to continuing that journey together and achieving even greater success in the years ahead.

Happy 33rd birthday to RVA.

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Aligning Stakeholders: The Hidden Challenge in Decommissioning Projects

RVA Group managing stakeholder alignment on complex decommissioning projects

Every decommissioning project is a significant engineering feat. But often, the hardest task isn’t retiring the asset — it’s aligning people.

Regulators raise tough compliance questions. Finance teams focus on budgets. Insurers monitor risk. Local authorities seek reassurance. Communities simply want to understand what’s happening on their doorstep. Each concern is valid, but they don’t always point in the same direction. Without careful management, that complexity can quickly stall progress.

That’s where RVA Group’s project management expertise makes the difference.

Beyond technical delivery, RVA’s specialists bring structure, clarity and consistent communication to every stage of a DDDD (Decommissioning, Decontamination, Dismantling and Demolition) project. By keeping stakeholders aligned, risks managed and expectations clear, programmes continue to move forward efficiently and safely.

To learn how RVA can help streamline the full asset management lifecycle, explore the specialist services available on our website.

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Turning “Too Costly” Into Achievable: Decommissioning Success at Ilkeston

Industrial decommissioning of former pipe manufacturing plant in Ilkeston by RVA Group

Not every project that initially appears too costly really is.

When Saint-Gobain PAM UK considered decommissioning its former central melting plant and the adjacent Hallam Plant in Ilkeston, the expectation was that the cost would be prohibitive.

However, following a series of detailed feasibility studies, RVA Group demonstrated quite the opposite. By applying specialist technical knowledge and exploring alternative solutions, RVA enabled the safe deplanting of one of Europe’s largest former pipe manufacturing facilities — at no cost to the site owner.

This project remains a strong example of how technical expertise, commercial awareness and lateral thinking can unlock opportunities in projects that may otherwise feel unachievable.

Have a similar project on the horizon? Talk to our specialists

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Refinery Recovery Project: A Standout Success for RVA

RVA Group refinery recovery project team delivering complex industrial works safely

This time last year, the RVA Group team were planning to travel for a refinery recovery project — a project that went on to become one of the most interesting and, at times, most challenging assignments RVA has been involved with.

The camaraderie and “can-do” attitude shown by the project team throughout was exceptional. The project was delivered ahead of programme, with no EHS issues and no impact on operating equipment — a true success and a great example of collaborative delivery in a demanding environment.

To find out more, read the full Project Summary

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